I used to be terrified of flying. Prior to boarding my flight, I'd get anxious, sick to my stomach and my heart would race. The thing I hated the most was the fact that we were flying. I like my feet on solid ground, thank you. Plus I wasn't in control and I'm a former control freak. Oh and then there was my fear when the pilot would say Continue Reading
Are You Tired Lately?
I’ve noticed a disturbing trend recently. Everyone I talk to is tired. Tired of daily stress. Tired of busyness. Tired of summer heat. Tired of financial or health problems. Tired of praying. Tired of their loved ones. And tired of even trying. Last week, my college-aged son and his two friends were in a ugly car wreck. Their lives Continue Reading
Small Things Are Just My Size
Today I'm writing over at Keeping It Personal for their Favorite Quote Friday. I'm sharing my thoughts on one of my favorite quotes (see above). I hope you will stop by and read my blog post HERE. Plus it's always fun to discover another encouraging website. Continue Reading
When Will You Believe This?
It's that time of year again. Time for our annual family vacation. :) This time to the beach. And because of that, I'll be posting less over the next week plus. (Thank God for a friend who will house sit and care for our dogs while we're away) Until then, please remember who YOU are in God's eyes. Beautiful. Brave. Beloved. QUESTION: Do you Continue Reading
Perfectionism Isn’t All That
Why am I free from perfectionism one minute and then chained to it the next? Some days I feel like a child, stringing words together like popcorn garland. Enjoying the creative process. Losing track of time. Watching pieces take on new shape and meaning. And then hanging them for all to see. Other days I can't find a single word, like when I'm Continue Reading
What to Do When Anxiety Strikes
As a former fear-based person, I know anxiety up, close and personal. Anxiety loved to choke my airways and make my heart jump. Without invitation, anxiety pushed out my peace day after day. Truth is I've been to the doctor numerous times for symptoms that scare me. The answer, always the same. Panic attack. Anxiety. Yes, I've felt like I'm going Continue Reading